Chelsea Faces Five Red Cards in Six Matches Under Maresca Amid Injury Challenges

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca addressed the club's recent disciplinary challenges, highlighting that the team has received five red cards in their last six matches across all competitions but expressing no major concern. Maresca emphasized that while some red cards were avoidable, they reflect the players' commitment to not conceding goals, and he prefers to teach and guide players rather than punish them for these incidents. He noted that injuries have complicated squad selection, with players often getting injured just days before matches, requiring constant adaptation. Chelsea's recent form includes a 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest and a Champions League victory over Benfica, though the team has struggled with possession and discipline at times. Looking ahead, Maresca anticipates a challenging match against Ajax, acknowledging their efforts to compete strongly despite recent losses in European competitions. Overall, Maresca remains focused on learning from each situation, maintaining team intensity, and managing player welfare as Chelsea aims to build on their recent successes.